1 Timothy 1:14-17, 2:1-6 & 8-10

 (1 Timothy 1:14-17) And the grace of our Lord was exceeding abundant with faith and love which is in Christ Jesus.

This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners; of whom I am chief. Howbeit for this cause I obtained mercy, that in me first Jesus Christ might shew forth all longsuffering, for a pattern to them which should hereafter believe on him to life everlasting.

Now unto the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only wise God, be honour and glory for ever and ever. Amen.

(1 Timothy 2:1-6 & 8) I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men... Lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty. For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Saviour; Who will have all men to be saved, and to come unto the knowledge of the truth. For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus; Who gave himself a ransom for all, to be testified in due time.

I will therefore that men pray every where, lifting up holy hands, without wrath and doubting.

This does not mean women should not have nice hairstyles, wear jewelry, or dress in nice clothes, this is simply reminding us that our looks should not be our primary focus.  Instead, our focus should be on godliness.  It does mean, however, that women should absolutely dress modestly!  If we claim to be Godly, we should follow through with the way we present ourselves in public. 

If you are interested, you can read more about the topic of modesty in my blog here: https://thankful-julie.blogspot.com/2024/03/do-you-stand-out-part-1.html

 (1 Timothy 2:9-10) In like manner also, that women adorn themselves in modest apparel, with shamefacedness and sobriety; not with braided hair, or gold, or pearls, or costly array; But (which becometh women professing godliness) with good works.